Australian troops have been handed powers to down rogue drones threatening military bases, fighter jets and warships, marking a major shift in how critical defence assets are protected.
Just months after drones created havoc at European airports, the government has updated 120-year-old legislation to respond to the “increasingly significant risks to national security and safety” posed by uncrewed systems (UXS).
It comes as Defence prepares to spend $1.3 billion on …
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